Warehouse Forklift Operator

Starting rate: $16 per hour

We offer excellent benefits, including:

• 401(K) Retirement Saving Plan w/ Employer Match
• Low-Cost Health, Dental & Vision insurance
• Tuition & Certification Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off 
• Parental Leave
• Paid holidays

• One (1) year of experience operating a 5K forklift to safely and efficiently transport and relocate loaded pallets from containers and trailers storing them in designated warehouse areas
• Must have the ability to read, write, and speak basic English 
• Must be able to accurately process alpha/numeric information
• Must have the ability to function effectively in a fast paced, team oriented work environment 

• Must have the ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees
• Must have the ability to think logically, follow procedures, instructions and make sound decisions

• Must be able to work flexible schedule or extended hours based on company needs.  

• Perform all functions in accordance with operation and safety guidelines
• Review and implement the ISO (International Organization for Standardization) guidelines on a daily basis to ensure compliance with safety, and warehouse storing procedures
• Inspect forklift before operating making sure it is safe to operate and manually complete the forklift maintenance checklist
• Operate 5K forklift equipment to relocate material and load and/or unload pallets, containing shrink-wrapped or loose cartons, rolls or bundles with a variety of cargo from the container or domestic trailer and the designated warehouse areas
• Ensure packaging line has an adequate supply of pallets, slip sheets, and stretch wrap
• Ensure that pallets are stretch wrapped properly before loading or storing
• Compare pallet ID label number and Warehouse receipt to make sure that there are no discrepancies before storing or loading pallet to/from warehouse and conveyance equipment
• Use RF (Radio Frequency) hand held computer system to track work performed and inventory
• Load container and trailers in a manner to maintain the integrity of the cargo free of damage while at the same time maximizing the space of the equipment. 
• Clean out warehouse location before storing material and assist in keeping the packaging line clean
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, free of debris or safety hazards and awareness of surroundings (i.e. vehicles, people checking equipment, etc.) at all times

• Seek out sufficient warehouse space by working with team leader and Jacintoport personnel to efficiently store product in the warehouse
• Assist Jacintoport with forklift duties on days in where Seaboard Solutions volume may be low and as instructed by Team Leader
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Subject to physical and/or DOT Screening is required along with other tests as applicable
• The employee is continuously required to sit, twist, forward reach, and exercise eye-hand coordination and eye-hand-f